Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Batavia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Batavia

With a population of 15.465, Batavia is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Batavia to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Batavia

Batavia in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 144
1 night at 3-star hotel
Batavia in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 144
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Batavia in July, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Batavia, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Batavia

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Rochester Airport (ROC), which is located 44 km from Batavia. The shortest flight to Batavia from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Toronto takes 4h 03m and costs around C$ 118 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about C$ 83 for a 8h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 58 km from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the downtown.

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Rochester Airport (ROC), which is located 44 km from Batavia. The shortest flight to Batavia from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Toronto takes 4h 03m and costs around C$ 118 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about C$ 83 for a 8h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 58 km from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the downtown.

Airports near Batavia

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
IAGNiagara Falls

Airlines serving Batavia

Lufthansa
Good (7,934 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,896 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,317 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,426 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,577 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,609 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,943 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,212 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,499 reviews)
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Where to stay in Batavia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Crown Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Batavia - Darien Lake By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Batavia

Most booked hotels in Batavia

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Hotel at Batavia Downs
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 179+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Batavia
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 123+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Batavia - Darien Lake By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 200+
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Best Western Crown Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
C$ 126+
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Fairbridge Inn & Suites Batavia-Darien Amusement Park
3 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
C$ 88+
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Quality Inn & Suites Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
3 stars
Mediocre (3.8, Mediocre reviews)
C$ 71+
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Renting a car in Batavia

Expect to pay C$ 1.62 per litre in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.37 and C$ 25.82. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.62 per litre in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.37 and C$ 25.82. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.